Mercer County ACS

ACS is the Auxiliary Communication Service. Mercer County ACS provides the function of both RACES and ARES.

Here is a good write up from the ARRL about the difference between ARES and RACES.

Here is a link to the ARRL official ARES website: Official ARRL ARES Website.

Here is a link to the Pennsylvania official ACS website: Official Pennsylvania ACS Website.

Contact

Mercer County's EC and Radio Officer is Mike Varga (NR3C).

Questions about ACS membership can be directed to Mike Varga (NR3C).

ACS Membership Requirements

• IC-100b — Link to FEMA Training
• IC-200b — Link to FEMA Training
• IC-700a — Link to FEMA Training
• IC-800b — Link to FEMA Training
• Participation in at least 3 drills, public service events, or events per year
• Attend at least 2 quarterly meetings per year
• Uniforms: ARRL Polo Shirts
• Child Welfare Account — please submit an application online by first creating a Child Welfare Account and completing the information electronically through the Child Welfare Portal
• SKYWARN Training
• Not required, but recommended: Hazmat Recognition class offered through the county